Contain the slip risk: the new Laser Absorbent Spill Sock controls oil spills fast
Tuesday 13 January 2026
Small oil leaks and spillages are a fast route to workshop slips, damaged floor finishes and costly clean-ups — and left unchecked they become an environmental and safety hazard. The new Laser Absorbent Spill Sock (120 cm) (part number 9221). is a simple, effective way to contain and absorb oil and fuel spills at source, preventing the fluid from spreading across the floor and reducing the risk of slips and contamination.
The 9221 is a flexible, tubular absorbent designed to be placed around the perimeter of a spill or moulded around the base of leaking machinery. Once in place it forms a barrier that soaks up oils and fuels, keeping workplace walkways clear and helping technicians deal with incidents quickly and safely.
- Rapid containment: place the sock around a spill to prevent oil spreading across the floor and into drains.
- High absorbency: approximately 6.4 L capacity per sock — large enough for many common workshop leaks.
- Practical size: 1,200 mm long x 76 mm diameter — long enough to form a containment ring around most small to medium incidents.
- Flexible and mouldable: conforms to uneven surfaces and the base of leaking equipment for a snug barrier.
- Reduces slip and trip risk: quickly removes free liquid from pedestrian routes and work areas, improving safety.
- Saves time on clean-up: controls the spill at source so follow-up cleaning is quicker and less disruptive.
- Suitable locations: ideal for garages, workshops, service bays, plant rooms and any area with lubricants or fuel handling.
- Environmentally sensible handling: contaminated socks must be collected and disposed of in accordance with local authority and hazardous-waste regulations.
The Laser 9221 Absorbent Spill Sock is an essential, low-cost tool for any workplace where oils or fuels are handled — providing quick containment, improved safety and simpler clean-up after a spill. Available now for purchase from your Laser Tools stockist and online retailers.